Charnwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

National Gallery of Australia
Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.

Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.

Lake Burley Griffin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.
Activities

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
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Other neighbourhoods around Charnwood

Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Bargang while you're exploring the area.

Gungahlin
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Gungahlin. You might consider stopping by Mulanggari Grasslands Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Lyneham
Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by National Hockey Centre or EPIC while you're exploring the area.

Dickson
Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.

Watson
Watson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve and Mount Majura Nature Reserve.

Braddon
Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Braddon. Make a stop by top sights like Canberra Contemporary Art Space while you're exploring the area.
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- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- National Gallery of Australia
- Canberra Hospital
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Australian War Memorial
- Questacon
- Canberra Stadium
- National Museum of Australia
- National Convention Centre
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Manuka Oval
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Commonwealth Park
- University of Canberra
- Old Parliament House
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Civic Square
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- Telstra Tower
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Hockey Centre
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Namadgi National Park
- National Capital Exhibition
- Mount Ainslie
- Mount Stromlo Observatory